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Weight

14-18 lbs

Height

10-11 inches

Color(s)

silver, apricot-fawn, or black, with black muzzle or mask, ears, cheek moles, and trace down back

Overview

The Pug has unknown origins which have triggered debate among Pug lovers. It is believed that this dog originated before 400 BC in Asia, however one cannot be certain. Some believe that Dutch traders brought this breed back from the East. It is said that this breed descended from a shorthaired Pekingese while others believe that it was the result of crossing a small Bulldog.

Character

The Pug can be somewhat sensitive to the tone of someone's voice, however recovers fairly quickly. Don't underestimate the size of this dog, he is very devoted and makes a good watchdog. This is a big dog in a small dogs body, making him very sturdy and very devoted. The Pug should never be timid, and should never show signs of aggression. He should always be friendly and playful.

Temperament

The Pug is a happy and cheerful little fellow that gets along with just about anyone. This breed can become very jealous at times, but does exceptionally well around strangers. The Pug does extremely well around children, even children that are prone to pestering a dog, as this is a very sturdy and hardy breed. He can do very well around other dogs, but should be socialized at an early age like other breeds.

Care

Grooming wise, the Pug does not require much maintenance. The muzzle area should be cleaned as this breed has the tendency to drool. Under the folds of skin should also be cleaned to avoid any dry or itchy skin. Bathing should only be performed when necessary, as it will remove the natural oils from the skin and coat.

Coat

The Pug has a very fine, short, and soft coat. The coat should be smooth and glossy and neither hard nor wooly. The Pug sports a distinct black and soft muzzle. The hair is slightly broken along the curly tail.

Training

The Pug can be willful at times but is eager to please. Making training fun will be sure to catch this dogs attention and keep it. A variety of training methods work best with the Pug, as they bore quickly. Making training fun will be sure to keep this dogs attention. This is one of the harder breeds to train, so consistency is a must. Obedience training at an early age is recommended to make training more efficient and easier at a later stage in life.

Activity

Pugs are lively little dogs, however they are relatively active indoors and do well without a yard. This breed does love long walks, but proper water should always be provided as this breed is prone to breathing problems and tires quickly. This breed is excellent for an apartment environment. The Pug adapts well to many different environments, and will take as much exercise as provided. However, he has the tendency to overeat and become lazy, so exercise must be provided on a regular basis.

Ownership

Help reduce the number of Pug puppies in shelters by doing your due diligence. Many puppies are often purchased with little or no knowledge of what goes into parenting one. Uneducated decisions often leave the puppy in need of adoption and in the care of rescue groups. Bringing home a puppy into your family has many benefits but we first implore you to educate yourself. An informed decision will take into account the characteristics of the breed, your lifestyle, expected veterinary care, the demands and limitations of owning one, their activity requirements and levels of companionship required.

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Anonymous asked:

3/31/2015 1:24:20 PM

3/31/2015 1:24:20 PM

Are Pugs a pure breed or a combination of two breeds?

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Anonymous

Pugs are a pure-bred breed of dog. They are register-able with many different Kennel Clubs, including the AKC, CKC and UKC; which are the top three Kennel Clubs.3/31/2015 1:50:51 PM

Anonymous asked:

3/20/2015 2:16:44 PM

3/20/2015 2:16:44 PM

I was given a female pug due to the previous owner's unability to potty train. She is a fawn and was pregnant by one just like her. They are both registered. They puppies are all silver. Was just wondering if they will lighten up because I know they are full blooded....

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Anonymous

Silver coloration for a pug is very rare, so actually you don't want them to lighten up. But most likely they will unless they are a dark silver coloration. Contact a local reputable, knowledgeable and qualified Pug breeder in your area and ask him/her to see if they can color-identify the pups for you. As well, remember to get the mamma spayed once the puppies are weaned.3/20/2015 6:36:11 PM

Anonymous asked:

3/15/2015 4:56:46 AM

3/15/2015 4:56:46 AM

Can Pugs swim in swimming pools?

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Anonymous

Pugs are not very good swimmers as it can be difficult for them to keep their head above water. A life jacket and supervision at all times is best near water. But a kiddy pool filled with a few inches of water is a great way to keep your Pug cool this summer.3/16/2015 12:40:58 PM

Anonymous asked:

1/10/2015 10:27:04 PM

1/10/2015 10:27:04 PM

Pug I want a male pug. Is there anything I should know about male puppies? Do they spray and if so can it be prevented? Are the males aggressive over their food or space? I have 2 cats - are Pugs good around non canine house pets? Is it true they fight other male Pugs?

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Anonymous

Dog's do not spray, they mark. Only dogs whom are not house-trained properly will mark. Using positive reinforcement training methods will house train your puppy quickly and effectively. Some non-neutered dogs have been known to mark inside the house, but again, it starts with training. But neutering your puppy at between 6 - 8 months old is the best thing to do for him. As for aggression, that all depends on breeding and how the puppy is raised. A puppy raised to be calm around food and introduced to cats correctly should have no problem getting along. As for being aggressive towards other male pugs, again it is all in socialization, training and having your dog neutered. Contact your local positive reinforcement trainer and sign up for puppy training classes and obedience classes as soon as your pup is old enough.1/11/2015 7:12:34 PM

Anonymous asked:

1/9/2015 4:28:17 PM

1/9/2015 4:28:17 PM

Pug Is a Pug a good breed to have as a person's first puppy? What kind of training methods work with this bree? What type of lifestyle is best for this breed?

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Anonymous

The Pug can be considered a 'first time owners' dog as long as the owner has done his/her research. This breed is a fun loving companion dog, but they can be a bit stubborn in the training department. Positive reinforcement training methods are the best way to train the Pug breed, this will get you the results you want as fast as possible. Contact your local positive reinforcement trainer to see if they have puppy classes available and if they do group or private classes. The Pug is a versatile breed of dog that can happily live with anyone from a young couple, to a family with kids to an elderly couple/person. As long as their exercise needs are met, an hour a day and they get all the cuddles in the world, they are happy.1/9/2015 6:47:58 PM

Anonymous asked:

12/23/2014 12:21:33 PM

12/23/2014 12:21:33 PM

Pug Mating I have a Pug. She is 1 year old ..but she is still so tiny. Can I mate her with a big bug as my daughter has 2 pugs she is breeding now? What should I do? She is 10 times smaller than the other pugs. I do not understand why she is so small..I am trying to read about pugs to understand them

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Anonymous

Unless you are under the direction of a reputable, responsible, qualified and knowledgeable breeder, you should not be breeding. Since you have come to the internet to ask your question, I am assuming your daughter has no idea whether or not your Pug can mate. First off, your Pug is too young to mate to begin with. You need to wait until your dog is at least a year and a half, and a true breeder will only breed one the dam and sire are titled in at least one area such as confirmation, obedience, therapy, service or nose work. Second off, if your dog is abnormally small, then you should be taking your dog to your vet for a full work up. Brain damage can cause slow maturing, and in Pugs it is a common illness. Please advise your daughter to seek the advice of a vet and of a seasoned breeder. He/She will be able to help your daughter if she truly wants to become a real breeder, and a vet visit will help you determine the health of your dog.12/23/2014 5:10:13 PM

Anonymous

First off, no you should not be breeding your dog. She is too young first off and second, if she is so small compared to other Pugs, she needs to go in to see a vet. She may have a maturing problem, but either way, do not risk your dogs life. Contact a local reputable, responsible, qualified and seasoned breeder of Pugs in your area to get your daughter to study under for a while. He/She will be able to educate your daughter in high-quality breeding practices so that she can help better the Pug breed.12/24/2014 8:17:37 AM

Anonymous asked:

12/19/2014 1:16:20 PM

12/19/2014 1:16:20 PM

My pug just died, I've had a hard time with it I would like to know if breeding her could of caused it? She was only two. She died of some kind of brain infection.

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Anonymous

First off, I'm sorry for your loss. Losing a beloved pet is very, very hard. Even worse when they are so young. Unfortunately, the answer is 'it's possible'. Breeding is a very real life-threatening thing, especially when the dog such as the Pug breed has complications already. However, it is up to your vet to say what could have caused her infection.12/19/2014 4:15:58 PM

Anonymous asked:

9/8/2014 10:21:07 AM

9/8/2014 10:21:07 AM

Why is my Pug puppy's butt red I noticed when my Pug poops I see this red thing around her butt (bleh!). I had her anal glands cleaned last Tuesday and vet didn't say anything was wrong. But what is it? It goes away after she finishes pooping (is it really her anal gland and isn't it bad if you can see it)

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Anonymous

What you are seeing is the inside of your dogs rectum. It can happen when a dog pushes too hard to poop. Be careful, because if your dog pushes too hard, she could get a prolapsed rectum. Which means that a part of her rectum will be pushed out of her body and she'll have to go to the vet as that is very, very serious. Consider talking to your vet about adding water or soft food to your dogs food to add more moisture to her stool so she doesn't have to push as hard.9/8/2014 5:26:03 PM

Anonymous asked:

8/29/2014 8:29:06 PM

8/29/2014 8:29:06 PM

Pug Sneezing? insurance? opinions So I noticed in the last couple of days that whenever my pug puppy and I play,, her nose starts to leak and all of a sudden she'll sneeze and mucus will come out of one of her nostrils. Considering I've made myself paranoid by reading all possible health problems with pugs, I freaked and took her to the vet. Vet looked at her and said it's just because her nose openings are so tiny right now (she didn't have a fever or runny eyes). So not to worry and as she grows older her nostrils should enlarge and be easier for her to breathe.
So just to get some opinions, anyone else have/had a pug puppy or adult whose nose leaks during play time?
And also: insurance. Does anyone else have pet insurance? I know the general exam for her nose basically makes any insurance coverage for her nose and illnesses related to her nose ineffective. But if she ever gets hip displays and needs treatment done then the insurance should reimburse me hopefully.
What's the best insurance?

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Anonymous

The first thing to do is to trust your vet. If you don't trust your vet, then I would get a second opinion from another vet. Your pup's runny nose is a normal thing that can happen to some Pug puppies. Continue to monitor it and as long as the mucus is not yellow or red, then your pup should be fine. I could also shorten your play time and up the frequency of play. Such as instead of playing with her for an hour day, play with her for 30 minutes twice a day, or 20 minutes three times a day.8/31/2014 5:06:01 PM

Anonymous

I would highly suggest insurance for your puppy. It can save you a lot of money in emergency vet bills and is a great back-up you can fall upon when a big ticket item is suggest from your vet. There is no 'one's better then the other' pet insurance in my eyes. They are all good, it all depends on the level of coverage that you want/need and how much you can afford. Shop around and contact your vet, as not all vets take all pet insurances. Make sure the one you buy is taken by your vet so you don't get stuck.8/31/2014 5:06:09 PM

Anonymous asked:

8/28/2014 4:34:03 AM

8/28/2014 4:34:03 AM

recently adopted pug puppy She's two months old and up to date on her puppy shots. When I took her to the vet he said she was healthy; great sounding heart and lungs, healthy coat with no fleas or mites.
What I'm worried about is on the drive home she started sneezing and when she takes a nap after playing she coughs and sounds like she's wheezing. The vet said that's common and to just watch out for yellow mucus from her nose.
My question is am I overstressing myself worrying? If its common then should I just follow the vet's advice to just watch for the yellow mucus? Has any other pug puppy owner experienced where their pug sneezed or coughed/wheezed when they slept?

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Anonymous

First off, trust your vet. If you do not trust your vet, then get another vet. Secondly, do you snore when you sleep? Yes? So is your puppy. Because of the facial structure of the Pug's face, they tend to wheeze, cough, sneeze, snore and snort in their sleep and during/after exercise. They can not help it. It is a natural thing or the dog to do. But as your vet said, if there is yellow mucus coming from her nose, or she looks like she is in distress, then contact your vet a.s.a.p. But other then that, cherish this time with your puppy, they grow up fast!8/28/2014 9:39:41 AM

Anonymous asked:

8/11/2013 12:43:01 PM

8/11/2013 12:43:01 PM

do pugs get along with cat how do pugs react to cats

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Anonymous

Pugs and cats get along fine. There should be no worries depending on how territorial the pug is.8/24/2013 2:10:18 PM

Anonymous asked:

5/14/2013 2:06:16 PM

5/14/2013 2:06:16 PM

My pug puppy is 6 weeks old and his tail is not curly do you think it will become curly? He is a mix but I love him just like he is. I just wondered if their tails curl up later or if they are normally born curly.

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Anonymous

The Pugs tail becomes curly when it gets a bit bigger1/12/2014 8:39:07 PM

Anonymous asked:

3/30/2013 4:46:48 PM

3/30/2013 4:46:48 PM

What is the age for the tail to curl on a pug?

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Anonymous

The Pug's tail should curl when the puppy is 2 -3 weeks old.7/15/2014 5:35:47 PM

Anonymous asked:

3/22/2013 4:40:56 AM

3/22/2013 4:40:56 AM

my pug is mating now but male pug penis his not locked help us

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Anonymous

as long aS THERE IS PENETRATION THEY DONT NEED A SO CALLED "tie" IN ORDER FOR HER TO GET PREGNANT-YOU MIGHT WANT TO TAKE HER TO THE VET TO GET A VAGINAL EXAM TO MAKE SURE THAT SHE DOESNT HAVE A STRICTURE PREVENTING HIM FROM GETTING IN-THIS WOULD BE SIMILAR TO A HUMAN FEMALES HYMEN-YOU ALSO NEED TO MAKE SURE THAT THEY MATCH UP SIZE WISE THAT IF SHES TALLER THAN HE IS OR VISA VERSA THAT HE CAN REACH WHERE HE NEEDS TO GO-YOU MAy need to place either one on something to raise or lower them position wise-you can also try and hold him in place -generally its eaiser if you use 2 people as handlers-1 for each dog-if all else fails-theres always doing an AI at your vet12/5/2013 10:31:11 AM

Anonymous asked:

3/21/2013 6:41:36 PM

3/21/2013 6:41:36 PM

when is standing time for a pug i want to breed my pug she started bleeding today when will the 1 3rd and 5th day be so i can breed her

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Anonymous

generally the mateing time is on days 9-11-13 counting the first day of her heat as day1-breed 1x a day only -skip a day-then breed again untill shes no longer receptive-the only way to get a sure answer is to do a progesterone testing series starting on day 6-and every other day to determine her fertile cycle-as to what day she will ovulate on-we found out that our girl ovulates early and without progesterone testing we would have never known-we missed a few heats not knowing and finally resorted to doing progesterone testing-have the parents been tested for PDE and cleared?google it -its now being done on pugs to prevent the spred of this genetic devistateing disease-both male and female should be tested-you shouldnt breed 2 carriers as the puppies will be affected and this PDE will kill them-this is something new that just came out in the past few years -pug breeders should test before breeding 12/5/2013 10:42:53 AM

Anonymous asked:

3/18/2013 2:38:16 PM

3/18/2013 2:38:16 PM

Has anyone ever heard of a puggy bear? My grandma just got a puppy and the lady said it was a puggy bear. I'm trying to find some info on them, but having no luck. I have a puggle and they look alot alike, at least from the picture she sent me. Thanks for any help!

can my pug puppy come to work in the van if i keep it warm fed and walked

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Anonymous

seriously how do you plan on doing this?do you plan on leaveing your van running for 8 hours or however long you are working for?also what happens during the summer when its 90 in the shade?have you considered what a puppy can do to the inside of your van because hes bored?hes better off being left at home in a fenced in kitchen or a crate with some toys-food and water and some papers to potty on12/5/2013 10:46:28 AM

Anonymous asked:

3/15/2013 10:49:46 PM

3/15/2013 10:49:46 PM

how many times a day can i feed my pug 4 mos old

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Anonymous

i feed my puppies 3x a day -the older they get the less times you will have to feed them-being they are doing a lot of growing and are active at this age -they need the food for energy-12/5/2013 10:49:51 AM

Anonymous asked:

3/6/2013 12:09:22 PM

3/6/2013 12:09:22 PM

how do you clear pug dogs eye redness

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Anonymous

your vet should have an ophlamalic ointment you can use on your pug -some people use visene 12/5/2013 10:54:10 AM

Anonymous asked:

3/5/2013 8:31:43 AM

3/5/2013 8:31:43 AM

Pimple-like dry skin. Our three year old girl suddenly developed some pimple-like spots/rashes. They seem to dry up pretty quickly as we could not find soft ones.
We live in Malaysia with an equatorial climate - hot and humid most of the time.
Ventilation is good during the day and she sleeps with us in an air-conditioned room every night.

questions about my pug we rescued our pug and not sure if he is just a pug his hair is blonde

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Anonymous

pugs can come in different shades of fawn from a light cream to a dark apricot -that doesnt mean hes not purebred-however you reallly have no way of telling from just the color if hes not mixed -does he look like a pug structure wise?12/5/2013 10:52:54 AM

Anonymous asked:

2/27/2013 12:37:53 PM

2/27/2013 12:37:53 PM

common medical problems common medical problems in pugs?

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Anonymous

They do not tolerate heat well, breathing issues, and eye problems are a few of the more common health issues with Pugs. Be especially mindful if there's a cat in the house that isn't declawed because a Pug's protruding eyes are vulnerable to injury.12/27/2013 1:45:00 AM

Anonymous asked:

2/21/2013 11:35:49 AM

2/21/2013 11:35:49 AM

how do pugs act around people are they good around kids,adults and new people

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Anonymous

pugs are great people dogs and ideal companions and family pets IF THEY HAVE BEEN HANDLED CORRECTLY AND SOCIALIZED as a puppy -they are great watch dogs but are not agressive 12/5/2013 10:57:42 AM

Can Your Vet tell if your Pug is a pure bred Pug. We rescued a tiny 4 week old pug and now she is 6weeks and her snout isnt as smashed or flat as our past pug but she might grow up and it will? She has a wide forehead and everything else Im just suspicious!

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Anonymous

I have a chug, Chihuahua, pug. Her head is wide but her chin is smaller and her nose not pushed in as much. She is 3 and has no weight isues. She has the pug stature. Her legs are longer than most pugs I have seen. Ive noticed more wrinkles on her face and neck the older she gets. I got her at 6mo. She looks more like pug everyday. I feel I got the best of both breeds rolled into one. Most loving, well tempered, personality out of this world! Love my pug! 3/10/2015 12:03:23 AM

Anonymous asked:

2/4/2013 4:48:39 PM

2/4/2013 4:48:39 PM

do you have to clean pugs wrinkles

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Anonymous

Yes, you should clean a pug's wrinkles. Because bacteria can collect on their food and water, and tgat alot of times it gets stuck in the folds, you should always check at leadt once or twice every couple of weeks, ir how muxh you feel is necessary. If you see any swelling, pus, or anything serious, then I suggest calling your vet.3/15/2014 11:59:10 PM

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